Best Mediterranean Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipes

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MEDITERRANEAN LAMB-AND COUSCOUS-STUFFED BELL PEPPERS



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Reto dishes-like stuffed peppers- might remind us of long hours in the Kitchen, But these can be on the table surprisingly fast.Over flowing with Lamb and couscous, they are light and satisfying at the same time. Recipe comes from Sunset Magazine

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 green bell peppers (2 pound total or combination) or 4 yellow bell peppers, rinsed (2 pound total or combination)
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh mint leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon olive oil
8 ounces ground lamb
5 tablespoons lemon juice
1 2/3 cups chicken broth (fat-skimmed)
1 1/4 cups couscous
1 cup chopped parsley
salt
2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Slice peppers in half lengthwise through the stems and remove seeds.
  • Place halves, cut side down, in a 12-by-17-inch baking pan.
  • Bake in a 450 degree, regular or convection oven until lightly browned and tender when pierced,13 to 18 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a 10-to-12-inch frying pan over high heat, stir onions, garlic, thyme, mint and rosemary in olive oil until onions are limp and begining to brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Add ground lamb and 3 tablespoons lemon juice.
  • Stir until lamb is browned and crumbly, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Stir in broth, couscous, and remaining 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
  • Bring to a boil, then cover and remove from heat; let stand until liquid is absorbed and couscous is tender to bite, 3to 4 minutes.
  • Stir in parsley; add salt to taste.
  • Turn pepper halves over; fill each with about 2/3 cup lamb mixture.
  • Sprinkle feta cheese evenly over filling.
  • Bake until cheese is slightly melted, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Transfer peppers to a platter.
  • Serve.

MEDITERRANEAN STUFFED BELL PEPPERS



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This dish may be your main entrée served with Pita bread or other Mediterranean flat bread. If it is your main entrée, you may wish to allow two pepper halves per person depending on their appetite size. It is beautiful served as part of a buffet and lends itself well to a Brunch, Lunch or Dinner party. Prepare ahead for those busy days and pop it into the oven 45 minutes before your family dinner time. A side salad goes well with the peppers.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h5m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large bell peppers, your choice of color, cut in half lengthwise, seeds and membrane removed
2/3 cup water
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
1/2 cup couscous
3/4 cup fresh tomato, diced
1/2 cup onion, chopped
12 kalamata olives, pits removed, chopped
1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 1/2 tablespoons of fresh mint, chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 teaspoon hot pepper flakes (optional)
salt & pepper
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Bring the water to a boil, add the butter/margarine, stir to melt, stir in couscous, mix, cover and set aside for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes remove lid, stir to loosen the granules and allow it to cool before mixing it with the other ingredients.
  • In a bowl combine all the ingredients except peppers and Parmesan cheese.
  • Place the cut, cleaned peppers in a baking dish and fill the cavities with the stuffing.
  • Cover with foil or a lid and place in preheated oven for 30 minutes, remove foil/lid, sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
  • Return to oven for an additional 15 minutes.
  • If not golden on top place under broiler for a minute or two but be careful that they don't burn.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.5, Fat 16.1, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 41.9, Sodium 643.5, Carbohydrate 52, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 8.5, Protein 14

LOW CARB MEDITERRANEAN STUFFED BELL PEPPERS



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I like this recipe because it doesn't have rice in it. It is very easy to make and if you like the overall flavor of somelike like gyros with tzatziki, I think you will like this as well.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 -6 bell peppers (depending on size)
1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground lamb
1 small onion, minced
1 tablespoon macadamia nut oil or 1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon saffron
1 medium ripe tomatoes, chopped
5 ounces plain nonfat yogurt (I like thick Greek yogurt)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cut tops out of the green peppers and remove any seeds or membranes.
  • Blanch peppers for 5 minutes in salted boiling water, or you may place these in a microwave-safe pan, add 1/4 cup water, cover and cook for 5 minutes on high until softened.
  • Meanwhile, brown ground meat and onion in oil, add spices.
  • When meat is almost cooked through, add chopped tomato.
  • When meat is cooked through, allow to cool slightly then mix in the yogurt and lemon juice.
  • Place peppers in a baking pan and fill peppers with mixture and top peppers with feta and parmesan cheeses.
  • Cover baking pan with lid or foil and bake at 350F for about 15 minutes.
  • Remove lid or foil and cook about 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.4, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 72, Sodium 511.3, Carbohydrate 9.6, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 5.8, Protein 21

MEDITERRANEAN STUFFED BELL PEPPERS



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Make and share this Mediterranean Stuffed Bell Peppers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Burefan

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h45m

Yield 3-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, minced
1 1/2 lbs ground turkey
1 cup whole barley
1 3/4 cups water
6 medium red peppers or 6 medium green peppers
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
1/4 cup freshly grated pecorino romano cheese
1/4 cup of fresh mint, minced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
sea salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a 2- or 3-quart saucepan, heat the olive oil and sauté the onion and ground turkey over medium heat for about 10 minutes. Add the barley and sauté, stirring often, for a few minutes. Add the water, bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 45 minutes or until all the water is absorbed.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Meanwhile, cut off the tops of the peppers with care - they will be used later. Gently remove the cores and seeds to create an empty cavity. Blanch the peppers in the boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove from the water and place upside down on paper towels to drain.
  • Roast the sunflower seeds on a baking sheet in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes, shaking the pan often. Remove and set aside, leaving the oven on for the peppers.
  • When the barley is done, toss it with the sunflower seeds, cheese, herbs, lemon juice, wine, cinnamon, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well and adjust the seasonings to taste. Stuff the peppers with the mixture, put the tops back on, and place the peppers in a baking dish just large enough to hold them upright. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the barley mixture is heated through. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 882.1, Fat 41.9, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 179.3, Sodium 237, Carbohydrate 72.5, Fiber 19.6, Sugar 14, Protein 56.1

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